LAWTON, Okla. – The Tribal Leadership Council (TLC) and KOSO Strategies (KOSO) issued 30 certificates of completion for the first Tribal Administration Certification program held June 23, 2025, at the Palms Resort in Las Vegas, Nev.
This certification training was designed to demonstrate functional knowledge of Tribal governance and working effectively in Indian Country. Many attendees expressed they wished they had this training when they were first elected to Tribal Council.
“TLC is excited to have partnered with KOSO Strategies to offer this certification during our 2nd Annual Tribal Leadership Conference. This certification was the highest-rated session of the entire conference among our attendees. This demonstrates a growing need for this type training to help prepare new leaders for governance roles. We look forward to continuing our work with KOSO to deliver this training opportunity,” said TLC President Justin Barrett.
KOSO’s mission is to provide unique, personalized, and culturally relevant training and strategies for Tribal governments, Tribal health centers, and Tribal enterprises. This aligns with the mission of TLC to provide educational opportunities to Tribal nations that supports leadership development.
“We are truly humbled to be allowed to share our collective experience working with Tribal Nations and to help shape the future of Tribal Nations through this certification,” said KOSO Founding Director Ernest Vargas Jr.
About the Tribal Leadership Council
Formed in 2023, the Tribal Leadership Council (TLC) is a board-governed not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization that proudly supports Tribal leaders and executives with continuing education and provides tools to better their organizations. The primary focus of the TLC is empowering leadership and promoting economic growth and prosperity for Tribal communities. Learn more here: www.TribalLeadershipCouncil.com
About KOSO Strategies
KOSO Strategies, LLC was established with a single mission – to assist tribal governments in building resilient and self-sustaining Tribal Communities. KOSO has over 50 years combined experience working in various capacities across Indian Country, including legal, finance, administration, and human resources. We believe in partnership, mutual respect, and collaboration with Tribal Nations. KOSO is proud to be a Native American and woman-owned business.Media Contact: communications@triballeadershipcouncil.com